Academic Leadership Charter School

Academic Leadership Charter School in the Bronx serves students in grades K-5, emphasizing a mission to empower young leaders and ensure students outperform state standards. The school demonstrates exceptional academic strength, with ELA proficiency at 89% and math proficiency at 92%, both well above the citywide 75th percentile. This strong performance contributes to its reputation, earning an 'A' grade from external review sites and ranking among the top 20% of public schools in New York for overall test scores. Parents express overwhelmingly positive sentiment, with survey results showing 97-98% favorable responses across various aspects of the school, and a 100% response rate. The school actively encourages significant parent involvement in their child's education. While academic outcomes and parent satisfaction are high, student survey results indicate some areas for improvement in school climate, with lower favorable ratings for cleanliness, fair conflict resolution, and instances of bullying or physical fights. Additionally, there are concerns regarding teacher retention and the work environment for staff.